Hydropower Facilities

The Trust, in partnership with Columbia Power Corporation, co-owns four hydropower facilities that deliver renewable energy to British Columbia. This 50/50 ownership represents a long-term investment in sustainable energy generation and regional economic stability, ensuring that half of the revenues from these assets are reinvested directly back into Basin communities. Through this partnership, the Trust supports clean energy goals while enhancing local benefits and contributing to a resilient, sustainable future for the region.

Brilliant Dam

Located approximately eight kilometres from Castlegar on the Kootenay River, the Brilliant Dam was bought from Teck (formerly Cominco) for $130 million and invested $100 million in improvements to extend its life and increase its capacity. It generates enough power to supply 100,000 homes.

Arrow Lakes Generating Station

Located 400 metres downstream from existing Hugh Keenleyside Dam on Arrow Lakes Reservoir near Castlegar, this $300-million project makes use of water that would otherwise be spilled. It generates enough power to supply 80,000 homes.

Brilliant Expansion

Located on the east bank of the Kootenay River downstream from Brilliant Dam, this $245-million project makes use of water that would otherwise be spilled. It generates enough power to supply 55,000 homes.

Waneta Expansion

Located immediately downstream of Waneta Dam on Pend d’Oreille River near Trail, this $900-million expansion was built in partnership with Fortis Inc. We purchased Fortis’ interest in the project in 2019. It generates enough power to supply 65,000 homes.